"George Soros did not slap, choke or throw a lamp at her, " he said, adding that he will seek to have the lawsuit dismissed.

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That way Philips can sell not just a bulb, but an entire lamp.

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If your budget does not allow for a 34, 000 euro dandelion lamp, many shops feature a wide selection of more affordable design mementos that are just as special.

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